2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (244 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
